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Matt Raudonikis

4 X 4 Australia Editor

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Matt is a 30-year veteran of the auto industry spending the last seven as 4x4 Australia editor. As a result, he has been pigeonholed in to the 4x4/off-road arena but he’s into anything with an internal combustion engine and wheels, or no wheels. He has been writing about cars since 1990 and video reviewing them for seven years.

Nissan Y62 Patrol custom 4x4
Custom 4x4s

Phat Y62 Patrol custom

Quality kit makes this Patrol the ultimate touring vehicle.

Nissan Y62 Patrol custom
Custom 4x4s

Wicked Y62 Patrol custom: video

Supercharged Y62 Patrol makes a wicked howl

Ford Everest custom 4x4
Custom 4x4s

Continent-conquering Ford Everest

Climbing mountains in Ford’s underrated Everest.

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News

For sale: 4X4 Australia's Ford Ranger

This Ranger XLS is now the ultimate off-road tourer, and it could be yours.

Yenko Silverado
News

2021 Chevrolet Silverado gets the Yenko treatment

Yenko-tweaked Silverado now available locally via American Vehicle Sales

VFACTS November 2020 Hilux
News

Hilux outsells Ranger on the 4x4 charts

Hilux pips Ranger in November, but it won’t be enough to catch the Ford in the 2020 sales race.

Ateco launches Upfitter
News

Ateco Automotive launches online shop for aftermarket gear

Upfitter online store launches, loaded with plenty of kit for American pick-up trucks.

2019 Silverado 2500 LTZ custom 4x4
Custom 4x4s

Stunning Silverado is ready for the outback

When bigger is better, only a 2500 pick-up will do the job.

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News

Up close with the new Jeep Wrangler V8

Wrangler gets a long -awaited factory V8 engine, but it’s not for Australians.

Jeep Wrangler v8
News

Confirmed: Jeep Wrangler V8 is coming

Jeep confirms that its Wrangler will get a V8 - but what about Gladiator?

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Opinion

Vote now for the Custom 4X4 of the Year for a chance to win

New vehicles are compromised, which is why so many people turn to the aftermarket.

2021 Mazda BT-50 australia
News

2021 Mazda BT-50 price and features

Australian pricing for the new iteration of Mazda's popular ute range

Bowler Defender
News

Classic Defender shape to live on via Bowler Motors

Time to swap the tweed jacket for a Nomex race suit, as the Defender bites back.

Chopped 2019 LandCruiser 200 GXL
Custom 4x4s

Chopped 200 Series Cruiser is a rare find

When new-car manufacturers no longer make your perfect touring vehicle, it’s time to create your own.

Jeep Gladiator Top Dog Concept
News

Jeep's Gladiator Top Dog Concept has an Aussie flavour

Patriot Campers and Redarc Electronics feature on Jeep Gladiator SEMA 360 show car

1996 LWB Nissan GQ Patrol custom
Custom 4x4s

Dune-scorching custom GQ Patrol

Pumped-up GQ Patrol is a flying first 4x4 for young Nick Mitic.

2020 Mazda BT-50 XTR
Road Tests

Off-road in Mazda's all-new BT-50

Mazda steps out in a new direction with the 2020 BT-50 one-tonne ute.

GME XRS 330 COB review
Electronics & Gadgets

Radio Active: Testing GME's XRS 330-COB Radio Pack

The GME XRS 330-C UHF CB teaches an old dog a few new tricks.

Ryobi One+
Electronics & Gadgets

How well can Ryobi's One+ Air Pump inflate tyres?

Inflating 4x4 tyres is a big ask for the Ryobi One+ Air Pump.

Ford Ranger
News

Ford Ranger leads the recovery of 4x4 sales

The Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux get 4x4 sales back on an upwards trend.

V8-powered Ford Bronco XLT build
Custom 4x4s

This V8 Ford Bronco XLT is built for good times

The 2021 Ford Bronco has been stealing the headlines, but how about this good ol’ Australian one?

2021 Toyota Hilux Rogue and Rugged X
News

More power for Hilux Rugged X and Rogue

Toyota's locally developed halo models receive performance and equipment upgrades.

Sherpa Big Air compressor
Electronics & Gadgets

We test Sherpa's Big Air compressor

Sherpa’s Big Air should cover all your 4x4 air supply needs.

Ineos Grenadier
Opinion

Where's the originality in the design of new 4x4s?

Matt is disappointed with the lack of originality from bespoke 4x4 manufacturers.